watch a video and answer questions
Introduction to Academic Writing
Theresa Bell
Writing centre coordinator, Royal Roads University
© Royal Roads University
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After watching the full video, please answer the following questions. The video author is Theresa Bell. The questions are based on the topics within Theresa Bell’s presentation.
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List six qualities of academic writing
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Personal or reflective writing
Expository writing
Summarize the types of possible essays
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Argumentative or persuasive papers
Analytical essays
Summarize the types of possible essays
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What are the two definitions given for “critical thinking”?
Definition 1
Definition 2
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Give an example of the “Oreo cookie” model of demonstrating critical thinking
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List at least four reasons creating a document plan is essential
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List the steps in creating a document plan
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What is a thesis statement?
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